5.8 inches is equal to 696 pixels.
The conversion from inches to pixels depends on the resolution, commonly set at 120 pixels per inch (ppi) for this calculation. Multiplying 5.8 inches by 120 ppi gives the total pixels, showing how many pixels fit in that length.
Conversion Tool
Result in pixels:
Conversion Formula
To convert inches to pixels, the formula used is:
pixels = inches × pixels per inch (ppi)
This works because pixels measure screen resolution, and inches are a physical length. The ppi value indicates how many pixels fit in one inch. The calculation multiply the inch length by the ppi to find the total pixels.
For example, with 5.8 inches and 120 ppi:
- Start with 5.8 inches
- Multiply by 120 pixels per inch
- 5.8 × 120 = 696 pixels
This means 5.8 inches equals 696 pixels on a display with 120 ppi resolution.
Conversion Example
- Convert 3.5 inches to pixels:
- 3.5 inches × 120 ppi = 420 pixels
- Step 1: Recognize 3.5 inches is the input length
- Step 2: Multiply by 120, the pixels per inch
- Step 3: Result is 420 pixels
- Convert 8.2 inches to pixels:
- 8.2 × 120 = 984 pixels
- Multiply inches by 120 to get pixels
- Convert 0.75 inches to pixels:
- 0.75 × 120 = 90 pixels
- Calculate by multiplying the inch value
- Convert 12 inches to pixels:
- 12 × 120 = 1440 pixels
- Direct multiplication of inch length and ppi
Conversion Chart
| Inches | Pixels (at 120 ppi) |
|---|---|
| -19.2 | -2304 |
| -10 | -1200 |
| -5 | -600 |
| 0 | 0 |
| 1.5 | 180 |
| 3.25 | 390 |
| 5.8 | 696 |
| 10 | 1200 |
| 15 | 1800 |
| 20 | 2400 |
| 25 | 3000 |
| 30.8 | 3696 |
The chart lets you find pixel values for given inches by multiplying the inches by 120. Negative values show pixels for negative lengths, which might be used in some graphics contexts.
Related Conversion Questions
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Conversion Definitions
Inches: An inch is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to exactly 2.54 centimeters. It is commonly used in the United States and Canada for measuring small distances, sizes of objects, and screen dimensions. It divides into 12 parts called feet.
Pixels: Pixels are the smallest unit of a digital image or display, representing a single point of color. Screens consist of millions of pixels arranged in a grid, determining the resolution and clarity. The pixel count per inch affects the sharpness of displayed images.
Conversion FAQs
Why do pixels per inch (ppi) matter when converting inches to pixels?
PPI indicates how many pixels fit inside one inch on a display. Different devices have different ppi values, so the number of pixels representing a physical length changes depending on ppi. Without knowing the ppi, you can’t convert inches to pixels accurately.
Can the conversion from inches to pixels change for printing and screens?
Yes, printing often uses DPI (dots per inch) which can differ from screen PPI. Printers place dots of ink, while screens display pixels. Although related, DPI and PPI measure different things, so conversions might vary depending on output.
Is 120 ppi always used for converting inches to pixels?
120 ppi is just one example resolution for conversion. Actual ppi depends on device display settings. Common screen resolutions like 72 ppi or 96 ppi also exist. Using 120 ppi provides a standard value but might not match all devices.
What happens if the input inches is negative?
Negative inch values result in negative pixel counts mathematically, but physically negative lengths don’t exist. In graphics programming, negative values sometimes represent direction or offset rather than length.
Does the conversion formula work for fractional inches?
Yes, fractional inches convert just like whole numbers by multiplying by ppi. For example, 2.5 inches × 120 ppi equals 300 pixels. Decimals are handled the same way as integers in the calculation.
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